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SHANTYTOWN, 1921. Row of coal miners shanties along Elk River at Bream, West Virginia
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SHANTYTOWN, 1921. Row of coal miners shanties along Elk River at Bream, West Virginia
SHANTYTOWN, 1921.
Row of coal miners shanties along Elk River at Bream, West Virginia. Photograph by Lewis Hine, 12 October 1921
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1921 Appalachia Coal Hine Lewis Miner October Poverty Railroad Railroad Track Rural Shack Shantytown Track West Virginia Wickes Wooden Bream Elk River Southeast
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Shantytown, 1921 - A Glimpse into the Harsh Reality of Coal Miners' Lives
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. This photograph captured by Lewis Hine in October 1921 takes us back to a time when coal miners faced unimaginable hardships. The image showcases a row of shanties along Elk River at Bream, West Virginia, providing a poignant glimpse into the impoverished living conditions endured by these hardworking individuals. The sepia-toned print transports us to an era where rural Appalachia was marked by extreme poverty and limited resources. Each wooden shack stands as a testament to the resilience of those who called this shantytown home. With their dilapidated exteriors and makeshift construction, these humble dwellings were all that separated the miners from the unforgiving elements. As we observe this scene, our eyes are drawn towards the railroad tracks running parallel to the riverbank. Symbolic of both opportunity and confinement for these workers, it serves as a reminder of their reliance on this industry for survival. Lewis Hine's masterful composition not only captures physical structures but also manages to convey profound human stories within each frame. This photograph is an important historical document that sheds light on early 20th-century America's struggle with poverty and social inequality. Through this powerful visual narrative, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand the harsh realities faced by coal miners in West Virginia during one fateful day in October 1921 – forever etching their
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